Mumbai: On the 12th International Yoga Day on Sunday, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde celebrated the occasion by performing yoga asanas at his residence in Thane.
Taking to his X account (formerly Twitter), Shinde wrote, "On the occasion of International Yoga Day, yoga asanas were performed with enthusiasm at my residence to celebrate this special day."
Highlighting the importance of yoga in daily life, the Shiv Sena leader said, "In the hustle and bustle of life, yoga is an excellent way to keep the mind peaceful and the body healthy. Rather than being limited to just one day, yoga should become a part of our daily lifestyleтАФthis is the true resolve of today's day."
Moreover, Mumbai witnessed large-scale celebrations on International Yoga Day, with political leaders, fitness enthusiasts, and citizens participating in yoga sessions organised in parts of the city. However, this year's theme for International Yoga Day is 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing.'
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also took part in a yoga event held at Juhu Chowpatty in Mumbai. The programme was organised by MLA Ameet Satam and MP Ravindra Waikar. Dressed in a black T-shirt and track pants, Fadnavis was seen performing various yoga asanas along with participants at the venue.
Even, Union Minister Piyush Goyal participated in Yoga Day celebrations at an event organised in Malad West, where several residents and yoga enthusiasts gathered early in the morning to mark the occasion.
Meanwhile, BJP MP Anurag Thakur and Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC attended the special wellness programme 'Yoga by the Bay' at Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from people across age groups.
International Yoga Day celebrations were also held across the country with participation from top political leaders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the national-level Yoga Day programme at Red Road in Kolkata, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah performed yoga at an event organised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
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